The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Inc. announces two new executive appointments. Mr. Kent Anderson was appointed CEO/Publisher on January 4, 2010 and Vernon T. Tolo, M.D. will take office as Editor-in-Chief on April 1, 2010. Mr. Anderson and Dr. Tolo replace James D. Heckman, M.D. who is retiring after serving for ten years as Editor-in-Chief and CEO of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, American Volume (JBJS).

Smart Moms® and L. Stephens and Associates have joined forces to provide Virtual Computer Classes designed to benefit comeback moms, executive/administrative assistants and business owners. This joint venture is focused on helping participants prepare for employment and remain employed in today’s highly competitive marketplace.

Abhishek Pandey, Vice President at Global eProcure, has been announced as one of the Supply and Demand Chain Executive Magazine’s 2010 Provider Pros to Know. The Provider Pros to Know is a listing of individuals from a software firm or service provider, consultancy, or analyst or research firm who have personally helped clients address the challenges of the recession and prepare for the recovery ahead.

Rentricity Inc., the hydrokinetic energy recovery company affiliated with the New York City Accelerator for a Clean & Renewable Economy (NYC ACRE) incubator at NYU-Poly, today announced that it has been chosen by AlwaysOn as one of the GoingGreen East Top 50 winners. Rentricity’s proprietary Flow-to-Wire(sm) system, consisting of a micro-turbine, generator, sensors, processors, electronic controls & communications equipment, allows drinking water and wastewater operators to generate between 30 and 300 kilowatts of clean electric power from in-pipe pressure and flow.

The CIO Government Summit team is pleased to announce that Harvey Koeppel, Executive Director, Center for CIO Leadership, will participate in the government technology event for CIOs and senior level IT executives as the Master of Ceremonies. In this role, Koeppel will help develop agenda content and present the welcome address to summit attendees. The CIO Government Summit will be held May 23-26, 2010 in Scottsdale, AZ.

With double-digit job layoffs and an estimated 1.5 million foreclosures and bankruptcies in the US last year, a reported 80% of Americans are experiencing stress due to the economy. While credit card usage and interest rates are at an all-time high, the National Association of Realtors reports that home sales are down 7.2% from last year. Experts anticipate a long road to economic recovery ahead, so it’s critical to have a team of financial professionals to call upon for guidance.

International Merchant Advisors, Inc. (PK: IMAI) www.imaiinc.com announced today that the company has reached an agreement in principal to acquire its first operating business in the clinical medical marijuana space. IMAI has agreed to acquire Organic Science, Inc. for $15 million in the restricted common stock of IMAI. Organic Science, Inc. is in the business of managing medical marijuana operations and dispensaries. The purchase price is subject to the completion of a valuation opinion by an independent third party and may be adjusted upward or downward based on the valuation received.

Enhances Online Marketing Efforts, Improves Creation and Tracking of Craigslist Postings

Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with seven offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Todd Minchew has been appointed sales executive for the branch office in Wallace, N.C. Minchew’s responsibilities include prospecting and developing relationships with potential clientele as well as maintaining relationships with SIA’s current customer base.

On Wednesday, May 19, 2010, George Anderson, MSW, BCD, CEAP, Executive Director of Anderson & Anderson – The Trusted Name in Anger Management, will give a presentation on Emotional Intelligence for the “Disruptive Physician”. This presentation will be given at the 22nd Annual Western States Regional Conference on Physician Well-Being, which will take place at the University of California (Riverside) Extension Center. The purpose of Mr.

Coldwell Banker Commercial TradeMark Properties (www.cbctmp.com) has announced that Mary Jane Bartlett, a commercial real estate advisor at the firm, negotiated the purchase of a 1,750-square-foot residential property located at 32 Highland Dr. in Lillington. The building sold for $138,900.

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- To view a complete listing of available commercial real estate properties in the Triangle, visit www.cbctmp.com. Sale and lease listings include detailed information regarding price, square footage and location.

Winnie Mandela’s visit to Faith Chapel Christian Center is a part of the 45th Annual Bloody Sunday commemorative events in Selma.

The CIO Utilities Summit team is pleased to announce that John Burke, CIO, Ambit Energy will give a keynote presentation to the CIO Utilities Summit audience of CIOs, IT thought‐leaders and analyst participants. He will also be participating as a featured panelist on the executive visions panel, “The Emerging Smart Grid – Cutting through the Hype.” The CIO Utilities Summit will be held at the InterContinental Montelucia Resort in Scottsdale, AZ, April 18‐21, 2010.

Global eProcure today reported that it ended 2009 with 37 percent revenue growth over fiscal year 2008. “We had a solid 2009 and led the industry in delivering bottom line value and savings to our global client base,” said Subhash Makhija. “Looking ahead, customer demand for procurement outsourcing services continues to be strong, and we are well positioned at the center of this growth. Our fundamental outlook for the business continues to be quite positive.”

FIRM Consulting Group announced that Patrick Moraites, CFO of FIRM Consulting, has recently been awarded a seat on the Board of Directors for the Children’s Cancer Center of Tampa. The Children's Cancer Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing children who have cancer or chronic blood disorders and their families with the educational, emotional, and financial assistance necessary to cope with their life-threatening illnesses.

GlobalVision International, Inc. announced today the availability of its eBook, Enabling Globalization: A Guide to Using Localization to Penetrate International Markets.

The 120-page eBook is available on Amazon Kindle and at Smashwords in the Barnes & Noble Nook, Sony, iPad, iPhone, Blackberry, Palm, and Android formats for $9.95. GlobalVision will offer the eBook free of charge to its clients as a token of appreciation for their business throughout the years.

Two well-known Southern California coaches are teaming up to address this with a powerful One Day Web Makeover event on April 15th. Branding expert and author Libby Gill and Internet guru Deborah Gallant will run the intensive workshop in Sherman Oaks to educate and empower clients to put the web to work to build business and make money.

“More than 80% of consumers research purchases online,” says Gallant. “The business owner needs to know they are putting their best foot forward. No one can afford to drive potential business away. This is mission critical.”

The CIO Finance Summit team is pleased to introduce the seven members of the event’s exclusive CIO Content Development Committee. The committee has been established to define agenda topics and enhance the opportunities provided to the attendees of the 2010 CIO Finance Summit. The CIO Finance Summit will gather North America’s senior‐ level technology executives, analysts and thought‐leaders for a three‐day finance IT focused conference in Scottsdale, AZ, August 29 – September 1, 2010.

With small businesses all looking to capitalise on the anticipated market upturn in 2010 and beyond, Executive Offices Group has launched its new Executive Business Lounge Membership package at five prestigious locations across the City, Midtown and West End of London. These relaxed, informal and professional business lounges provide a unique environment for individuals and businesses looking for a place to meet customers in the centre of London.

How does the City of Fort Worth attract economic development and negotiate major real estate projects? When and where will new opportunities materialize?

Robert Sturns, Economic Development Manager, will share the city’s plans for economic development and what the foreseeable business opportunities are in Tarrant County over the next 18 months. He will further discuss how to capitalize on these opportunities, and what the future impact will be on the economy and businesses, including the plans related to the 2011 Super Bowl.

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Innovative leadership specialist and organisational consultant, Seth Kahan has launched GettingChangeRight.com, a practical hands-on guide for managers and organisations interested in making changes that foster employee engagement, conversations and human interactions. The blog is based on his book, Getting Change Right: How Leaders Transform Organisations from Inside Out.

Tony Argiz, CEO and managing partner of Florida’s largest independent public accounting firm Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP (MBAF), was recently installed as the 72nd President and Chair of the Orange Bowl Committee for the 2010-2011 term. Argiz, who previously served as Chair-Elect of the Orange Bowl Committee for 2009-2010, began his new role immediately following the installation ceremony on January 28th.

San Francisco-based Galley Eco Capital announced the launch today of the ‘Competitive Edge’ professional education series, featuring four courses that teach green finance tools and techniques to real estate professionals. The seminars will take place starting on March 3, 2010 and will run through the end of May.

George Anderson, Executive Director of Anderson & Anderson-the Trusted Name in Anger Management, has designed a modified version of his “Disruptive Physician” program in order to meet the needs of problem employees from different businesses who face possible termination. Frequently, Human Resource Managers are in need of intervention for employees whose overt behavior is considered hostile, aggressive and damaging to workplace morale and performance.

Chapman Executive Suites’ virtual office plans include state-of-the-art service for the executive who wants to portray that professional image without a full office. Having a prestigious business address and a conference room can be the make-break point for some small businesses. Maybe you can’t move into your own private, full serviced office just yet but need a business address and a professional place where you can meet clients. Or maybe just relax in business lounge or enjoy the use of fully-equipped kitchens with coffee and tea service.

The CIO Utilities Summit team is pleased to announce that Allan Schurr, Vice President of Strategy & Development at IBM Energy & Utilities Industry, will be giving a keynote speech, “Business Model Innovation,” at the leading energy & utilities technology event.

The ITO America team is looking for senior IT executives and technology thought‐leaders to contribute quality editorial content to the publication in the form of articles, videos and interviews. This is a great opportunity for organizations and individuals to display their IT expertise or speak about innovative technology projects that will be implemented or executed at their organization in 2010.

Martini in The Morning is doing their 3rd annual Countdown of the 50 Most Romantic Songs of All Time this Valentine's Weekend. The Internet radio station MartiniintheMorning.com is inviting listeners to vote for their favorite love songs, and then will be unveiling the voting in a countdown this Valentine's Weekend on Saturday, February 13th and on Sunday February 14th at Noon Pacific (3pm Eastern).

For example, The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) is celebrating its twenty-fifth year of dedication to encouraging excellence and leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). For twenty-five years, CEE has championed U.S. innovation, competitiveness, and international collaboration among the world’s future leaders. Joann DiGennaro, Center for Excellence in Education President stated, “The Center’s mission [is to] provide unique educational programs for this nation’s most precocious high school and university scholars.

Over 26 million Americans suffer from the neurologic disorder of migraine, according to the American Medical Association. No medical test exists for migraine, so the diagnosis is based on having some or all of the following symptoms: About 20 percent of migraine sufferers experience visual and other disturbances about 15 minutes before the head pain. These symptoms, collectively known as "aura," may include flashing lights, zig-zag lines, bright spots, loss of part of one's field of vision, or numbness or tingling in the hand, tongue, or side of the face.